parkway

noun

park·​way ˈpärk-ˌwā How to pronounce parkway (audio)
Synonyms of parkwaynext
: a broad landscaped thoroughfare

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The parkway is celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2026, triumphantly welcoming guests back to many sections of the scenic and historic drive following the devastation of Hurricane Helene in 2024. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 28 July 2026 As Mike was driving home, his father called to say a car accident shut down the parkway. — Mike Defabo, New York Times, 27 July 2026 Refine Neighborhood Special Conditions In LA’s Hancock Park neighborhood, productions must make sure that craft services tables are away from public view and not placed on sidewalks or parkways. — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 July 2026 In 2025, the parkway had 16,533,753 visitors, the National Park Service says. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for parkway

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First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of parkway was in 1875

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“Parkway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parkway. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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parkway

noun
park·​way ˈpär-ˌkwā How to pronounce parkway (audio)
: a broad landscaped highway

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